Fleet Maintenace Manager

Company: Gandy's
Location: Lubbock
Posted on: April 18, 2025

Job Description:

General PurposeOversee fleet maintenance operations and manage vehicle maintenance programs ensuring they are executed in an efficient, safe, compliant, and cost-effective manner. Provide leadership and coordinate and direct supervisor and employee activities engaged in servicing and repairing equipment and vehicles assigned to the company.Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and monitor preventive maintenance and repair programs for all company vehicles
• Monitor and direct the shops operational performance and efficiency; take action to redirect activities appropriately to ensure that all repair/maintenance work is performed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner
• Verify all jobs are performed to the highest levels of quality and professionalism, meeting 3A or quality standards, and holding personnel accountable to this standard
• Write up estimates and work orders and oversee the shops planning/scheduling of work. Report to management on shop performance, fleet performance, and costs; implement procedures for process improvement and efficiencies
• Review and make recommendations on scope of work and specifications for major procurements related to fleet maintenance
• Perform justification and life cycle cost analyses; perform trend analyses for various vehicle performance and maintenance issues and related expenses
• Support and contribute to the development and success of warranty and policy programs for recovery of expenses
• Be a direct contact for customers, always responsive to their needs and schedules
• Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for vehicle maintenance using known best practices
• Coordinate with the shop supervisor to monitor and control inventory, supplies, and equipment levels; maintain levels as required to assure completion of all work orders without delay
• Assist in the direction of departmental activities in budget cycle requirements
• Assure timely and assertive responses to inspection findings, working closely with company safety and DOT compliance managers
• Assist in the development and leadership of short-and-long-range planning activities covering all aspects of fleet maintenance operations
• Establish or assist in the establishment of programs, policies, and procedures to attract, develop, and retain a competent and motivated workforce, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, counseling, grievances, and appeals
• Maintain advanced knowledge of brakes, electrical systems, suspensions, and structural components of tank trailers and the direct repair and maintenance of
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.Other duties may be assigned as requiredEducation and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 5 to 8 years of experience in fleet maintenance (diesel engine, heavy equipment repair) coupled with supervisory experience
  • Technical degree in the diesel engine, heavy equipment repair industry preferred
  • Management experience preferred
  • Certification and/or License ASE T Master Certified preferred; Certified Automotive Fleet Management (CAFM) Financial Systems, CAFM Risk Management, and CAFM Information Management preferred; commercial drivers license preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Thorough knowledge of safe working practices, DOT, OSHA and other federal and state regulation
    • Knowledge of and skill with Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems
    • Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
    • Knowledge and understanding of the financial and budgeting functions of an organization
    • Able to perform root-cause problem solving
    • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
    • Able to demonstrate strong customer service orientation
    • Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
    • Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
    • Able to collaborate and encourage employee engagement; able to coach, develop, engage, and retain a team of employees
    • Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism (i.e., conflict resolution skills)
    • Able to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; able to lead others through change
    • Negotiation skills (vendor agreements)
    • Must be able to read, write and speak EnglishAn Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/VeteransRequired
      Preferred

      Job Industries

      • Maintenance & Janitorial

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